Dave NA ,Non LLC and non corporation husband-wife holders of rental properties do not have to file a partnership return; They can file Schedule E.The problems comes if it is held by an LLC(Two-member) in a non-community property state.For the management activities I would still recommend using an S-election or C-corp if applicable.

So you can see why mentioning that solar benefits from tax credits without including the fact that every other form of energy does as well comes across as remiss to anyone who knows a little bit about energy. 

Not to say you cannot do well, but it’ll take some extra TLC. 

Background checks on how well they avoid trouble.

I'm curious as well. 

Well I may not be the most seasoned in the world but my wife and I have established processes that work for us. 

Are you focusing on local investments within LA County, or are you considering opportunities outside the area as well?

It’s clear that there’s an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience here, and I’m excited to continue learning and growing with this community.I’m looking to connect with members who are open to mentoring or collaborating on real estate deals, particularly in buy-and-hold strategies for single-family or multi-family properties.

Consider cleaning, lawn care, snow removal and supplies as well as utilities  in your calculations.  

So I am assuming you were the lender on these properties and they did not manage them well and they went into foreclosure.